Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Strained Relationship with the Royals
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s decision to step down as senior members of the royal family sent shockwaves through the monarchy. The couple’s explosive Oprah interview and Harry’s book, Spare, revealed deeply troubling incidents within the royal family, including concerns about Archie’s skin color. Amid the upheaval, it was reported that King Charles reached out to Meghan with a letter, but her disappointment with his response had a profound impact on their relationship.
Meghan’s Struggle in the Royal Spotlight
Meghan faced intense scrutiny and negative media attention throughout her time in the royal family. In a 2019 interview, she shared that some of her British friends warned her about the British tabloids and how they would attempt to destroy her life. Meghan admitted that she had naively underestimated the challenges she would face.
She also spoke about the pressure to adopt a British sensibility of a stiff upper lip, which harmed her mentally and emotionally. Meghan emphasized the importance of not just surviving but thriving and feeling happy in life.
King Charles’ Gesture at Meghan’s Wedding
Despite the initial warmth towards Meghan, tensions began to emerge within the royal family. At Meghan and Harry’s wedding in 2018, King Charles, showcasing a supportive gesture, offered to escort Meghan down the aisle. However, Meghan surprised him by asking to meet halfway instead, wanting to make her own grand entrance.
This incident illustrated Meghan’s strong and independent nature, setting the tone for her future interactions with the royal family.
Meghan’s Letter to King Charles
Following the Oprah interview, Meghan decided to address her concerns about unconscious bias with Prince Charles by writing him a letter. The letter aimed to discuss these important issues within the family. King Charles responded, expressing his sadness over the family tensions and the divide between Harry, Meghan, and the rest of the royal family.
Reports suggest that Charles was the only senior royal to reach out to Meghan after the interview, showing his attempt to offer support and understanding.
Speculations and Clarifications
Speculations arose that the reason Meghan did not attend King Charles’ coronation was her disappointment with his response to her letter. However, Meghan’s spokesperson dismissed these claims as “ridiculous” and urged the media to stop creating unnecessary drama.
In a subsequent interview, Prince Harry clarified that they did not accuse the royal family of racism but rather aimed to address unconscious biases. He emphasized the importance of acknowledging and learning from these biases to promote growth and understanding.
The Royal Family in Turmoil
The rift between Harry, Meghan, and the rest of the royal family continues to deepen. Despite some members’ hopes for reconciliation, it seems that the wounds are still fresh and healing will take time.
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